Indesit WDE 12 X User manual

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Washer-dryer
Instructions for installation and use
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Instruções para a instalação e a utilização
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Instrucciones para la instalación y uso
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Instructions for installation and use
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Instruções para a instalação e a utilização
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Herearethe12topicsexplainedinthismanual.Read,learnand
have fun: you will discover many secret ways to get a better
wash,moreeasilyandmakingyourwasher-dryerlastlonger.
Quick guide
1. Installation and removal (p. 11)
Installation,afterdeliveryortransport,isthemostimportantoperation
for the correct functioning of your washer-dryer.Always check:
1. Thattheelectric system conforms to regulations;
2. Thattheinletanddrainingpipesareconnectedcorrectly.
Never use pipes that have already been used.
3. Thatthewasher-dryerislevelledproperly;something
worth checking to aid the performance of your
washer-dryer;
4. That the drum's fixing screws have been removed from
the back of the washer-dryer;
2. What goes in your washer-dryer and how
to start it (p. 2)
A correct distribution of your laundry is vital to the successful
outcomeof the wash and the lifeof thewasher-dryer.Learnall the
tips and secrets to dividing your linen:colour, type of fabric.
3. Guide to understanding labels (p. 6)
Thesymbolson the labels ofyourgarmentsareeasy to understand
and equally important for the success of your wash.The guide
includessimple instructions to help youchoose the right tempera-
ture, wash cycles and ironing methods.
4. Useful tips to avoid mistakes (p. 7)
Years back, our grandmothers were the ones who gave us good
advice - and in those days synthetic fibres did not exist: washing
was easy. Today, your washer-dryer offers you helpful advice
allowing you to wash wool even better than an expert laundress
would by hand.
5. The detergent dispenser (p. 8)
Howto use thedetergent dispenser and the bleachcompartment.
6. Understanding the control panel (p. 3)
Washer-dryer’s control panel is very simple. It has only a few
essential buttons to help you choose any type of wash cycle,
rangingfromthemostenergetic, capableofcleaninga mechanic’s
overalls,to themost delicate forwool.Familiarising yourselfwith it
will help you get the best out of your wash while helping your
washer-dryer last longer. It’s easy.
7. Guide to the wash programmes (p. 4)
Herein is an easy table to help you choose the right programme,
temperature,detergents and possible additives. Choose the right
programme and you will get better results with your wash while
saving time, water and energy, day after day.
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8. How to dry (p. 5)
A few handy tips to get the best drying cycle from your appliance.
9. Care and maintenance (p. 14)
With just a bit of care, it will repay you with loyalty and devotion.
With the necessary upkeep, it will wash for years and years to
come.
10. Problems and solutions (p. 9 and 10)
Beforecallingatechnician, read these pages: immediate solutions
may be found for a number of problems. If the problem persists,
call your local Indesit customer services who will be pleased to
help.Any failure will be repaired, as soon as possible.
11. Technical characteristics (p. 10)
Herein arethe technicalfeatures of your washer-dryer:model type
number, electric and water specifications, size, capacity, speed of
thespin cycleandcompliance withItalianandEuropean regulations.
12. Safety for you and your family (p. 15)
Here you will find the necessary safety guidelines, and it is
important for you to read this section carefully.

What goes in your washer-dryer?
Before washing,you cando agreat dealto ensurebetter results.Divideyour garments
according to fabric and colour. Read the labels, follow their guidelines.
Beforewashing.
Divide your washing according
to the type of fabric and colour
fastness.
Emptyallpockets (coins,paper,
moneyand small obejects) and
ensure all loose buttons are
repaired or removed prior to
loading.
How to eliminate the most common stains
Ink and biro Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol or alcohol at 90°.
Tar Dab with fresh butter, rub in turpentine then wash immediately.
Wax Scrape away, then run a hot iron between two sheets of absorbent paper. Then rub in cotton with turpentine or
methyl alcohol.
Chewing gum Rub in nail polish remover and wipe with a clean rag.
Mold Cotton and white linen should be placed in a solution of 5 parts water, one bleach and a spoon of vinegar,then
washed immediately. For other white fabrics, use hydrogen peroxide at 10volumes and wash immediately.
Lipstick Dab with ether on wool or cotton. Use tricloroetilene for silk.
Nail polish Place a sheet of absorbent paper on the side of the stain, wet it with nail polish remover, shifting the
garment as the sheet gradually changes colour.
Grass Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol.
Startingthewasher-dryer
Starting your washer-dryer in
theright wayis importantfor the
quality of your wash, to help
prevent future problems and
enhancelifeexpectancyofyour
appliance. Once you have
loaded your washer-dryer and
added the detergent together
with any fabric conditioner,
always check that:
1.The door is closed correctly.
2. The plug is secured in the
socket.
3. The water supply is turned
on.
4. Selector knob Aispositioned
on one of the symbols (Stop/
Reset).
Choosethedesiredprogramme
The programme is selected
accordingtothetypeofgarments
thatneedtobewashed.Tochoose
aprogramme,refertothetableon
page 4. Turn knob Auntil the
selected programme is aligned
with the mark on the knob, turn
knobB tothedesiredtemperatu-
resettings,check that knob Cis
in the desired position, if
necessary use buttons E, F, G
and lastly, press on/off button H
(Iposition).
Afterinstallingyournew washer-dryer,startawashcycle
by setting programme "1" at 90 degrees.
For more delicate
garments:
protect underwear, tights
and stockings and delicate
items by placing them in a
canvaspouch
Dividing your garments
accordingto fabricand
colour, is very important
for good results
Attheendofthe wash cycle...
LampIwill flashquicklyforafew
seconds, then it will begin
flashing more slowly.
Then turn the washer-dryer off
by pressing on-off button H
(Oposition).You can now open
the washer-dryer door safely.
After having removed the
freshly cleaned washing, leave
the door open to allow air
circulationinside the drum.
Alwaysdisconnect electricity at
thesocketandturnoff the water
supply.
Remember that, in the event
of a power failure, or should
the washer-dryer switch itself
off, the programme chosen
will remain in its memory.
The labels say it all.
Always look at the labels: they
tell you everything about your
garment and how to wash it in
the best possible way.
The table on page 6 shows all
meanings behind these
symbols. Their recom-
mendations are important to
achieve better wash results.
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Bigand small happily
together.
Thiswasher-dryer has a special
electroniccontroldevicefor even
distribution:beforethespincycle
starts, this device allows the
garments to positions
themselves, to minimise noise
and vibrations during the spin
cycle.